Carnelius
boy nameCarnelius entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #3109 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
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rank today
#3109
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3109 |
| 1970s | #5192 |
| 1980s | #5535 |
| 1990s | #6659 |
| 2000s | #10994 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Carnelius are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Carnelius alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carnelius in 2025?
- Carnelius is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Carnelius most popular?
- Carnelius peaked in 1944, reaching #3109 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carnelius with classmates?
- Carnelius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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